The visionary Entrepreneur behind Marquis Jet and Wheels Up unveils a bold new venture focused on exceptional service, simplicity and community
Building on two decades of innovation in private aviation, Kenny Dichter is once again reimagining the category—this time, removing the last remaining barriers between aspirational private fliers and the skies.
REAL JET adds a new dimension to the broader REAL SLX platform, offering unprecedented access to private aircraft—without membership fees or long-term commitments. As part of a dynamic ecosystem that includes hospitality, unique experiences, and curated benefits from world-class partners, REAL JET is designed for a generation of flyers who expect flexibility, predictability, and personalization.
Marquis Jet gave access to NetJets through prepaid 25 hour cards. Wheels Up created a new entry point into private aviation with exclusive fleet access to the King Air 350i through an annual membership fee. REAL JET is redefining how flyers connect to private aircraft.
“We built REAL SLX in order to put our members at the right events, in the right seats, next to the right people,” said Kenny Dichter, REAL JET founder and chairman. “REAL JET serves its customers in the same way—by connecting flyers with the right companies, the right aircraft, and the right people.”
“What made Marquis Jet and Wheels Up successful wasn’t just aircraft,” says Dichter. “It was the people.”